What is the cheapest way to get from Cork to Laytown?

The cheapest way to get from Cork to Laytown is to bus which costs €30 - €40 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cork to Laytown?

The fastest way to get from Cork to Laytown is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Cork and Laytown?

No, there is no direct bus from Cork to Laytown station. However, there are services departing from Cork Alfred St and arriving at Laytown Station via Cumberland Street N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cork and Laytown?

No, there is no direct train from Cork to Laytown. However, there are services departing from Cork and arriving at Laytown via Heuston and Tara Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Cork to Laytown?

The distance between Cork and Laytown is 312 km. The road distance is 294.6 km.

How do I travel from Cork to Laytown without a car?

The best way to get from Cork to Laytown without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €28 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Cork to Laytown?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cork to Laytown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cork to Laytown bus from?

Cork to Laytown bus services, operated by Citylink, depart from Cork Alfred St station.

Where do I catch the Cork to Laytown train from?

Cork to Laytown train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), depart from Cork station.

Train or bus from Cork to Laytown?

The best way to get from Cork to Laytown is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs €28 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €40 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Cork to Laytown bus arrive?

Cork to Laytown bus services, operated by Citylink, arrive at Bachelors Walk station.

Where does the Cork to Laytown train arrive?

Cork to Laytown train services, operated by Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), arrive at Dublin Heuston station.

Can I drive from Cork to Laytown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cork to Laytown is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cork to Laytown.

Where can I stay near Laytown?

There are 134+ hotels available in Laytown.

Cork to Laytown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cork to Laytown by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cork to Dublin Heustontrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Tara Street to Laytowntrain Re / ...
4h 9m
€29–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cork Alfred St to Bachelors Walkbus 707
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Laytown Stationbus 910
4h 40m
€31–39
Drive 294.6 km
1. Drive from Cork to Laytowncar 294.6 km
3h 1m
€51–73
Bus via Cork Andersn's Quay
1. Take the bus from Cork Andersn's Quay to Bachelors Walkbus 600
2. Take the bus from Cumberland Street N to Laytown Stationbus 910
6h
€36–45

Cork to Laytown by train, tram, and foot

196Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 312.1 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Cork, Ireland and Laytown, Ireland?

You can take a train from Cork to Laytown via Dublin Heuston, Heuston, Abbey St., and Tara Street in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cork Alfred St to Laytown Station via Bachelors Walk and Cumberland Street N in around 4h 40m.

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